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Meaning of pour
The primary meaning of the word "pour" is to flow or cause to flow, typically in a steady stream.
Etymology of pour
The word "pour" originated from Old French "pur-" or "por-", from Latin "purus", meaning pure, and is related to the Latin word "fusus", meaning molten or poured
Historical usage of the word dates back to the 13th century, initially used to describe the act of flowing or moving a liquid
Synonyms
flow
stream
discharge
emit
issue
gush
spout
spill
overflow
deluge
inundate
flood
surge
wave
cascade
drop
drip
trickle
seep
leak
ooze
percolate
transfuse
decant
slop
ladle
scoop
tip
tilt
empty
drain
exhaust
dispense
disburse
bestow
confer
grant
lavish
shower
scatter
sprinkle
strew
sow
broadcast
lavish
profuse
liberal
free
generous
Definitions
- To flow or cause to flow, typically in a steady stream
- * To move or cause to move with a smooth, continuous motion
- * To give or bestow something generously or abundantly
Usage Examples
- She poured the coffee into her cup
- * The rain poured down on the city
- * He poured all his energy into the project